1986 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Torana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
